Description

β-3-Oxindolylalanine is a specialized non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative featuring an oxindole moiety. This compound serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic and medicinal chemistry research. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D departments and fine chemical manufacturers for the development of novel bioactive molecules and complex heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and the design of new molecular entities targeting various biological pathways.
• Peptidomimetics: Incorporation into peptide analogs to enhance stability, bioavailability, or receptor binding affinity.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a precursor for developing tool compounds and probes to study enzyme function or cellular processes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex natural product analogs and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for methodological development and exploratory organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	β-3-Oxindolylalanine
CAS No.	16008-59-6
Molecular Formula	C11H10N2O3
Molecular Weight	218.21 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Amino-2-carboxyethyl)-1,3-dihydro-2H-indol-2-one; 3-(2-Amino-2-carboxyethyl)oxindole; 3-(α-Amino-β-carboxyethyl)oxindole; 2-Amino-3-(2-oxo-1,2-dihydro-3H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid; Oxindolylalanine; β-(3-Oxindolyl)-L-alanine; (S)-2-Amino-3-(2-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our β-3-Oxindolylalanine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.